Constipation Anorexia and Hiccup course
This session briefly describes constipation, anorexia and hiccup symptoms. It also considers the underlying causes and possible treatments.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this session you will be able to:
- Recognise constipation and faecal impaction and treat their underlying causes
- Describe the underlying causes for anorexia and cachexia
- Explain the causes of hiccup and possible treatments
This session briefly describes constipation, anorexia and hiccup.
It also considers underlying causes and possible treatments.
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